Microsoft Reveals Details About Office 2001 - For Mac

Last week several details concerning new features in the Macintosh Edition of Microsoft Office on the Mactopia Web site. Today, Microsoft officially commented on several of the new features, including tools to simplify e-mail management more than ever. The suite, which is expected to be released concurrently with Mac OS X, boasts enhancements and capabilities not yet found in the Windows version of Office.

The newest version enhances autocomplete options by saving the most recently used addresses, including ones not found in the users address book. By integrating Microsoft Word functions into e-mail composition, users find that mispellings in their messages will now be highlighted by the well-known red line. Other enhancements also improve e-mail management and other related tasks.

The personal information manager (PIM) included in the suite integrates summary features and calendar options so users can view all information stored on their computer concerning a certain contact, including appointments, e-mail messages, and other contact information.

Kevin Browne, the manager of the Macintosh Business Unit for Microsoft stated, "Customer demand motivated us to develop the new application, while feedback shaped the design of the product to answer specific needs of Macintosh customers."

Hopefully users of the Windows version of Microsoft Office will see this type of integration and enhancements in Office 2001. Visit the Office 2001 Macintosh Edition Web site for more information.